How to Paddle a Kayak Properly

Paddling a kayak is an easy thing to do, and you don't need perfect technique to get your kayak moving. But, with good paddling technique, you'll be able to paddle faster and longer, and you'll be more comfortable while you paddle.

Watch the FULL Paddle Tales Adventure on the Paint Rock River with the Saluda: https://youtu.be/EnL3lsZiZ6E

Watch the FULL GEAR REVIEW of the Liquidlogic Saluda: https://youtu.be/OoRvDvSBMwc

Watch the '3 Key Strokes' Video: https://youtu.be/JXYTEar5j6Y

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Gear I have tested and recommend:

Paddles:
Aqua-bound Shred (whitewater) https://tidd.ly/3HRZCyq
Aqua-bound Manta Ray Carbon 2-piece (rec/touring) https://tidd.ly/3jND8qB

PFDs:
NRS Chinook PFD (fishing) https://tidd.ly/3XodlTv
NRS Zen PFD (whitewater) https://tidd.ly/3Yy7yMk
NRS Odyssey PFD (Touring and Rec) https://tidd.ly/3xcsXih

Dry Gear / Layers:
NRS Flux Drytop https://tidd.ly/3KfoYcH
NRS Riptide Splash Jacket https://tidd.ly/40Kf0pi
NRS Axiom Dry Suit https://tidd.ly/3YGUSmg

Jackets:
Cotopaxi Fuego Down Hooded Jacket https://www.cotopaxi.com/produ....cts/fuego-down-hoode

Shirts:
NRS Silkweight Long-Sleeve Shirt - Mens https://tidd.ly/3DVrNva
NRS Guide Short Sleeve Shirt https://tidd.ly/3YIa6XV

Pants:
NRS Benny Board Shorts https://tidd.ly/3lrG78z

Footwear:
NRS Boundary Boot https://tidd.ly/3DXamKT
Astral PFD Sandal https://tidd.ly/3xjPtWI

Sunglasses
Wiley X Outdoor Sunglasses https://bit.ly/3NtJQKR

Other Paddling Gear
NRS WRSI Current Helmet https://tidd.ly/40EUkiB
NRS Drylander Shock Cord Sprayskirt https://tidd.ly/3YHTaBD
Surf Ears Ear Plugs https://bit.ly/3AbMl1y
GoPro Hero 11 Black https://amzn.to/3ZWVXHN
Rapid Pure Purifier https://amzn.to/3iuIo1C
Zoleo Satellite Communicator https://amzn.to/3kv0hOt

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